Sterile Processing Specialist

3 weeks ago


Chardon, Ohio, United States Chardon Surgery Center Full time
Sterile Processing Technician Job Description

The Sterile Processing Technician is a vital member of the Chardon Surgery Center team, responsible for maintaining instruments and equipment in an optimal fashion. This role requires attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and the ability to work independently.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Maintain instruments and equipment in a sterile and organized manner
  • Prepare instrumentation, sterile supplies, and OR and RR equipment for surgical patients and physicians
  • Assist with turnover time in the Operating Suite
  • Clean, wrap, and sterilize instruments
  • Keep supplies orderly on central supply shelving
  • Maintain adequate supply of prepared or "made up" supplies
  • Perform crossover duties in other areas, such as purchasing supplies and putting away stock
  • Participate in quality improvement activities, including safety, infection control, patient education, and documentation
Requirements:
  • CPR certification
  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Prefer two years of satisfactory previous employment in central sterile processing
  • Knowledge of microbiology, sterilization procedures, aseptic technique, and maintenance and care of equipment
  • Ability to set priorities and work independently
  • Ability to interact in a positive manner and communicate well with patients, families, coworkers, supervisors, and other facility employees
Working Conditions:

This role is indoors in a climate-controlled environment, well-lit and ventilated. The physical requirements include the ability to frequently hear and communicate orally, see up close and at a distance, read and comprehend, stand, sit, walk, reach, handle, and feel objects. Ability to climb, pull, push, and kneel. Ability to push a stretcher/wheelchair with a patient in excess of 100lbs.

Supervision:

This role requires minimal supervision and must be self-directed and able to work independently.



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